Lt. Heather Transue
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff. Proven leader in community engagement and incident response, adept at training and mentoring teams. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and fostering collaboration, while maintaining a strong focus on mental health awareness and effective communication.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
Martinez, United States
12.2022 - Current
- Lieutenant for contract city - Town of Danville
- Supervised patrol operations, ensuring safety and security in assigned district.
- Managed administrative tasks for custody services, streamlining processes and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Peer Support Administrator (current)
Sergeant
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
Martinez, United States
08.2014 - Current
- Served in patrol division to promote community safety and foster positive public relations
- Completed special assignment in emergency services division
- Supported custody services bureau operations to ensure effective management of detainee care and processing
- Assisted in recruitment and onboarding of volunteers to strengthen community support programs
Deputy Sheriff
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
Martinez, United States
12.2001 - 08.2014
- Patrolled assigned areas to maintain public safety and respond to incidents.
- Conducted waterway safety operations in special assignment with marine services unit, enhancing community safety.
- Conducted case investigations in the investigation division.
- Managed daily operations in custody services bureau, ensuring safety and security of inmates.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Psychology Major, Health Administration
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, Utah06.2001
Skills
- Patrol operations
- Incident response
- Emergency response
- Incident reporting
- Community engagement
- Legal knowledge
- Training and mentoring
- Leadership development
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Meetings and presentations
- Effective communication
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Mental health awareness
- Grant writing
Certification
- Supervisory Certificate, 08/01/16, Present
- Advanced POST, 06/01/08, Present
- Intermediate POST, 10/01/04, Present
- Basic POST, 08/01/03, Present
- Background Investigation Certificate, 11/01/19, Present
Leadership Abilities
- Peer Support Administrator and frequently called upon for formal debriefs following critical incidents.
- Write contracts and apply for grant funding.
- Stay current on legislation, professional trends, community issues, and continually seek innovative and progressive opportunities to improve processes.
- Show leadership through emotional intelligence, professionalism, job knowledge, genuine care for people, personal accountability, teamwork, and thoughtful supervision.
- Concise communicator employing non-confrontational methods while addressing issues in a direct, fair, and factual manner always seeking to identify and address the root cause of conflict.
Hobbies and Interests
- Formula One Racing
- Reading
- NFL Football
Honor Awards
- Member of Academic National Champion Gymnastics Team, NCAA
- Female Athlete of the Year, 2001, Southern Utah University
Timeline
Lieutenant
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
12.2022 - Current
Sergeant
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
08.2014 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff
12.2001 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science Degree - Psychology Major, Health Administration
Southern Utah University